Umoja, Boston University’s Black Student Union chapter, was founded in 1967 as an organization and home for Black students on campus. More than 50 years later, Umoja has evolved into what is now an ever-growing umbrella organization that brings together other Black student groups at BU.
We can no longer sit complacently in the midst of injustice. We can no longer use ignorance or lack of information as an excuse for continual violence and discrimination. The facts and evidence are all here: BUPD’s time is up.
Angela Davis spoke to the BU community about violence against women, institutionalized racism, prison abolition and the importance of intersectionality.
BU announced Thursday the university’s talk with Angela Davis on Saturday would only be open to BU students — and Boston residents who had gotten tickets well in advance would no longer be allowed to attend.
